The Four Guardians of Chinese mythology influenced Chinese military strategy and city planning. Ancient cities were often designed with gates and walls aligned to correspond with the four guardians’ directions, and military commanders would consider the guardians’ attributes when planning their campaigns. The concepts of yin and yang, as well as the five elements, were intricately woven into the guardians’ symbolism. Right now, 2024 1 oz Colorized Australian Silver Chinese Myths and Legends Lan Four Guardian Coins are available from JM Bullion.

Coin Highlights:

• Arrives inside an acrylic capsule!
• Celebrates the Chinese Four Guardians!
• Colorized reverse design!
• Limited issue of only 4,000 coins with capsules!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .9999 pure silver.
• Bears a face value of $1 (AUD) backed by the federal government of Australia.
• The obverse features King Charles III.
• On the reverse is a depiction of Four Guardians.
• P125 mint mark.

Each 2024 1 oz Colorized Australian Silver Chinese Myths and Legends Lan Four Guardian Coin is packaged in an acrylic capsule. This release with specific colorization includes 5,000 coins in total, with just 4,000 coins packaged in acrylic capsules.

The Black Turtle, sometimes depicted as a turtle entwined with a snake, represents winter and the water element. This guardian embodies wisdom, longevity, and endurance. The dual nature of the Black Turtle-Snake combination represents the unity of heaven and earth, as the turtle’s shell was believed to represent the dome of heaven while its flat bottom symbolized the earth.

Displayed on the obverse of the 2024 Colorized Australian Silver Chinese Myths and Legends Lan Four Guardians Coin is the effigy of King Charles III. This is the first time his likeness has been featured on an Australian coin, showing a left-profile view without a crown. Dan Thorne designed this new portrait in 2024.

On the reverse, the 2024 1 oz Colorized Silver Myths and Legends Four Guardians Lan Coin showcases the mythical guardians from Chinese lore. In the center, you’ll find the turtle, with the tiger positioned to the left, the dragon at the bottom, and the phoenix flying overhead. A snake is also present next to the turtle. The P125 mint mark celebrates the Perth Mint’s 125th anniversary.

If you have any questions when buying silver, please feel free to ask. JM Bullion customer service is available at 800-276-6508, online using our web chat, and via our email address.